Date: April 18 – 19, 2026
Location: Aarón Vivancos Talent Center (Av.de Valdelaparra, 63, 28108 Alcobendas)
Dervish in Progress (DIP) is a unique methodology that supports transformation on physical, mental, and spiritual levels. Inspired by the Sufi whirling (sema) tradition, this approach integrates contemporary bodywork, inviting individuals to explore and transcend themselves through the temporal, spatial, vital, and cognitive dimensions.
This practice is not only a form of movement; it is also a way of insight, a leap in awareness, and a means of collective healing. Developed by Ziya Azazi and practiced in over 35 countries across hundreds of workshops during the past 20 years, Dervish in Progress invites participants to move beyond their inner cycles toward the creative potential of collective transformation.
These annual workshops in Madrid are no longer just events; they are invitations, to remember, to awaken, and to engage with life more consciously and creatively. This continuity represents not only an educational commitment but also a cultural and spiritual solidarity. With each passing year, the DIP community grows, turning Madrid into a center of transformation. This is not merely a workshop in a city, but an expression of universal remembrance, human evolution, and shared becoming.
This ongoing process exists thanks to those who believe in it. Eva, Aida, and Alfonso’s dedicated work, their strong faith in Dervish in Progress, and their contributions at every stage form the foundation that sustains this journey. Through their support, this workshop becomes not only a meeting guided by Ziya Azazi but a shared experience of community and presence.
This gathering is not only about personal growth. It is a call to all who lead, guide, and influence, to take responsibility and move beyond the primitive “hunter-gatherer” reflex still driving many minds today. The urge to possess, accumulate, and control no longer serves the spirit of this age; it merely reflects the fear that limits our bodies.
Transformation requires courage, the courage to face inner stillness, to accept change, and to share energy through love. This workshop is not about physical technique alone; it is a space where movement, intention, and heart converge. Everyone who chooses to generate their own energy, to understand themselves, and to serve humanity is part of this field.
This weekend offers a full journey — starting with the basics of the Whirling Equation for newcomers and those refreshing their practice. We then move into deep group sessions focusing on rhythm, awareness, and shared transformation. On Sunday, we explore the skirts, practice Dervish Tango, and receive feedback through body analysis. You can join individual modules, but the full program offers the deepest impact.
“Whirling is not just a movement; it is a cell awakening, a mind clearing, and a being reborn.” Ziya Azazi
Participation
Full Workshop (2 days / 12 hours)
Full participation: 260 €
Early bird (until December 31): 230 €
Whirling Community: 220 € (whirlers with at least 10 workshops; proof required)
Modular Participation Options
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Saturday morning (3 hours / 90 €)
The Whirling Equation and a short whirling practice session (for beginners and those refreshing their knowledge).
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Saturday afternoon (4 hours / 100 €)
In-depth DIP Whirling Session (a holistic work supporting physical, emotional, and cognitive deepening)
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Sunday morning (5 hours / 120 €)
Exploring the Skirts, Dervish Tango, Body Analysis (integrative practices fostering mastery in the world of whirling)
Reservation and Payment
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